EK805 - Valid entries for the balance-forward amount must exist for int. trans.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EK - IS-U Accounts Receivable and Payable

• Message number: 805

• Message text: Valid entries for the balance-forward amount must exist for int. trans.

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

INCLUDE ISU_VERARB OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

Check the internal transactions for the amount difference.
INCLUDE ISU_PENCIL OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EK805 - Valid entries for the balance-forward amount must exist for int. trans. ?

  The SAP error message EK805 ("Valid entries for the balance-forward amount must exist for int. trans.") typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with internal transactions or intercompany transactions. This error indicates that the system is unable to find valid entries for the balance-forward amount that is required for the transaction you are trying to process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Balance-Forward Amount: The balance-forward amount for the internal transaction is not defined or is missing in the relevant master data or configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the internal transaction may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not being able to retrieve the necessary balance-forward amounts.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables that store balance-forward amounts.
  Transaction Type Issues: The specific transaction type you are trying to process may not be configured to handle balance-forward amounts correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that the master data for the relevant accounts or entities involved in the transaction has valid balance-forward amounts defined. This may involve checking vendor or customer master records.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for internal transactions is set up correctly in the system. This may involve checking the settings in the Financial Accounting (FI) module or the Controlling (CO) module.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant tables to ensure that all necessary entries exist. You may need to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to perform this check.
  Transaction Type Settings: Review the settings for the specific transaction type you are using to ensure that it is configured to handle balance-forward amounts appropriately.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and related configuration settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBYC (for automatic postings) or SPRO (for configuration) to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that address the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the EK805 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.